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2,959 Grants for Arts and Culture

Discover grants supporting arts and cultural initiatives, including those for artists, performing arts, music, dance, visual arts, theatre, written works, and film. Funding is available for accessible arts and cultural activities, museum programs, arts education, and career advancement in the arts.

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2,959 grants found

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits for General Operating Support

Deadline: 01/15/27 LOI Date: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations in eligible regions for general operating support. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support organizations that present arts programming in the di...

GrantWatch ID#: 174733

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Churches, Library Boards, and IHEs for Public Arts Presentations

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, churches, library boards, Indian bands, Metis settlements, IHEs, and agricultural societies for public presentations by professional artists. New applicants must register online at least five business days prior to the de...

GrantWatch ID#: 174990

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Address Community Needs in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 01/15/27 LOI Date: 12/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible regions. Applicants for large grants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Projects may be in the following areas of focus: education, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 175854

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Historian for Outstanding Historical Research Related...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International historian employed by a public agency to recognize outstanding historical research that directly informs public policy. Eligible topics include environmental history, the history of public works and infrastructure, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175931

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible R...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities related to arts, culture, civic programs, conservation, environment, education, health, and human servi...

GrantWatch ID#: 176137

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, Schools, and Libraries for Arts Programming for Youth

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations, schools, libraries, and tribal entities for arts and cultural programming outside of school hours. Funding is intended for programs that engage youth in regular sessions over a long-term period. Programs sh...

GrantWatch ID#: 176711

Grants to Idaho Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Arts Activities and Tra...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Idaho nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for arts-related activities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support a broad range of arts programs, performances, and other activities that will benefit the gen...

GrantWatch ID#: 180372

Grants to West Virginia Art Teachers and Artists in Eligible Areas for Enrichment Activities a...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to West Virginia public schools in eligible areas to provide arts enrichment programming in local public schools. Funding is intended for the purchase of art supplies, honoraria for visiting artists, and for class trips to see painters and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 180841

Grants to USA Nonprofit Theaters for Production Costs Associated with New, Author-Driven Plays

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $45,000 to USA small-to-medium-sized nonprofit theaters to support the production of experimental, bold, and ambitious new plays. Funding is intended to cover production expenses that are so critical to the play's production that without coverage o...

GrantWatch ID#: 181524

Grants to Washington Organizations, Agencies, and Individuals for Landmark Nominations in Elig...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington organizations, municipalities, and individuals for projects related to historic preservation in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist with the preparation of l...

GrantWatch ID#: 213372

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Schools for Programming that Benefits Local Communities

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York nonprofit organizations and schools for programming that benefits local communities in regions served by the funding source. Applicants may purchase supplies, expand or acquire facilities, and develop programs. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 225524

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits to Improve Export Capabilities for Creative Content

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations and service organizations to improve export capabilities for creative content and products. Funding is intended for activities to develop industry or sector capacity and to support the export activities of organization...

GrantWatch ID#: 228747

Grants to Canada For-Profits to Produce a Television Program

Deadline: 12/02/26

Grants to Canada television production companies to produce a television series. Funding is intended to support the creation of television episodes in the genres of documentary, comedy, drama, reality, and lifestyle. The purpose of this program is to support Canad...

GrantWatch ID#: 195072

Grants to Ontario Artists in Eligible Locations to Support Projects and Living Expenses

Deadline: 12/02/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario artists in eligible locations to support projects and living expenses. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to help local artists finalize works in progress and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226349

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits for Arts and Cultural Projects to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 12/04/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural projects and programs to benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that increase access to and advance heritage, history, arts, and culture. Grants can also be used for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207014

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, For-Profits, Artists, and Arts Professionals to Create Arts...

Deadline: 12/05/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit community-based organizations, for-profit businesses, individual professional artists, and arts professionals to create arts-related programming for local communities. Funding is intended to support research, the de...

GrantWatch ID#: 184397

Grant to a Canada Writer to Describe Experiences as a Ukrainian Canadian

Deadline: 12/07/26

Grant of $2,500 to a Canada as yet unpublished writer for a first-hand description of life as a Ukrainian Canadian. The purpose of the program is to create a short story that captures the writer's experiences, combining both cultures. This grant is considered a st...

GrantWatch ID#: 217102

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Tribes to Provide Humanities Programming

Deadline: 12/09/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and IHEs for humanities programs that serve the general public. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 177745

Grants and In-Kind Support to Washington Artists in Eligible Locations to Promote Contemporary...

Deadline: 12/10/26

Grants of $2,000 and in-kind support to Washington early-career independent visual artists, artist groups, and collaborative teams in eligible locations to exhibit contemporary art in different mediums. Funding and support are intended to promote the work of artis...

GrantWatch ID#: 182647

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Lives of Local Residents

Deadline: 12/13/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects and programs to improve the lives of residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include youth empowerment, health and safety, opportunity and access, and vibrant communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 176010

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Social, Cultural, and Recreational Events

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for special events and social, cultural, and recreational services that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support new programs and existing services. Preference will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 140516

Award to a Manitoba Artist or Indigenous Knowledge Keeper for Achievements in the Arts

Deadline: 12/15/26

Award of $30,000 to a Manitoba individual in recognition of arts-related activities and achievements. Applicants must register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. The award is intended to honor a professional artist or Indigenous Knowledge Keep...

GrantWatch ID#: 153829

Grants to Maine Public Schools to Provide Educational Arts Programming to Students

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Maine public schools in eligible counties to provide educational arts programming for students in grades 3-5. Funding is intended for projects involving professional artists in the fields of visual or performing arts. Eligible applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175443

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits, Schools, and School Systems for Arts Programs

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations, schools, and school systems for arts programs. Priority will be given to projects with a statewide impact, and projects focused on arts education. The goal of funding is to support the arts in the communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 176257

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs to Enhance the Quality of Life for Resi...

Deadline: 01/15/27 LOI Date: 12/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, institutions of higher education, and public schools for activities that address community needs and enhance the local quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs in the focus...

GrantWatch ID#: 186515

Internships for USA, Canada, and International Women to Learn Nonprofit Management Skills

Deadline: 12/15/26

Internships for USA, Canada, and International women to learn nonprofit management skills pertaining to arts organizations. Interns will acquire experience by working with operations staff at an established arts nonprofit in New York. Duties and projects will incl...

GrantWatch ID#: 190925

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Schools for Cultural Programs that Benefit ...

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and schools for cultural heritage programming designed for children and youth. Funding is intended for activities and projects that allow children and youth to use the...

GrantWatch ID#: 200509

Grants to Pennsylvania Arts Nonprofits for Public Musical Performances in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit arts organizations for public musical performances in eligible locations. Priority is given to projects that demonstrate innovation and to initiatives that focus on audience development. Eligible organizations are located in and/or...

GrantWatch ID#: 209056

Grants to Northern Mariana Islands Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, Groups, Schools, and Individua...

Deadline: 03/15/27 Conference Date: 12/15/26

Grants to Northern Mariana Islands nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, groups, libraries, schools, individuals, and other entities for projects in the field of humanities. Applicants must attend an orientation session prior to submitting an applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 175178

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Arts, Education, and Medical Research Programs

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for scientific, educational, and charitable activities. Funding is intended to support programs that encourage and promote an appreciation of the arts, further medical research, and assist educational institutions, with prim...

GrantWatch ID#: 164685

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, Faith-Based Organizations, and Agencies for Projects t...

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, community groups, and government agencies for projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Eligible focus areas are community development, the environment, education, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 183020

Grants to Florida and Alabama Nonprofits to Address Critical Needs

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Florida and Alabama nonprofit organizations to promote a wide range of charitable activities. Funding is intended for projects and programs that focus on the needs of children, indigent Native Americans, and the care of neglected animals. Eligible projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 220250

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for educational, medical, and fundamental human services programs in the areas of arts, culture, and humanities, education, health, human services, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 220284

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, humanities, health, education, environment, animal welfare,...

GrantWatch ID#: 220306

Awards to Tennessee Entities for the Study and Preservation of State Heritage

Deadline: 12/31/26

Awards to Tennessee organizations, government entities, corporations, groups, and individuals to recognize exceptional endeavor in promoting the study and preservation of Tennessee's heritage. The awards are intended to honor outstanding contributions to historic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221149

Grants to California Nonprofits for Education, Culture, and Recreation Projects

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to California nonprofit organizations for projects in the focus areas of education, culture, and recreation in eligible regions. Funding is intended for program and project support and capital facility improvements that enhance the local qu...

GrantWatch ID#: 226946

Grants to Ontario Nonprofit Chamber Groups, Bands, and Choirs to Offset Performance Costs

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario nonprofit chamber groups, bands, and choirs to offset performance costs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for expenses associated with performances, including guest artists, accompaniment, guest conductors, and venue cost...

GrantWatch ID#: 230021

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Capital Projects

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support capital projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help cover costs related to small office equipment, building equipment, building renovation, co...

GrantWatch ID#: 178901

Grants to Texas Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Emergency Financial Support

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to address urgent needs and provide emergency assistance. Interested applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help organizations manage an unbudgete...

GrantWatch ID#: 189691

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Societies to Support Performance Artists and the Arts Communi...

Deadline: 01/04/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations and societies to support performance artists and the arts community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for professional development activities to improve the quality of arts and culture programming fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 228788

Competition for International Photographers for Images in a Variety of Categories

Deadline: 01/05/27

Competition for USA, Canada, and International photographers for images in a selection of categories. The competition includes an award for the overall winner of the open competition and another for female photographers entering the competition, as well as 15 shor...

GrantWatch ID#: 215510

Opportunity for International Youth to Participate in a Photography Competition

Deadline: 01/05/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International young photographers to submit their favorite images and compete for prizes. The competition is open to applicants ages 19 and under. All genres, styles, and approaches are welcome. Photographers can enter up to three...

GrantWatch ID#: 215673

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Indigenous Community...

Deadline: 01/07/27

Grants to Saskatchewan Indigenous artists, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and government agencies for programs and projects that strengthen Indigenous communities. Funding is intended for collaborative projects that combin...

GrantWatch ID#: 206006

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Arts and Culture Projects

Deadline: 01/08/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, school districts, municipalities, and government agencies for arts, humanities, and historic preservation projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects, programs, or services that allow ...

GrantWatch ID#: 143971

Opportunity International Photographers to Participate in a Photography Contest

Deadline: 01/12/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International professional photographers over the age of 18 to participate in a photography contest. Photographers will compete for prizes including a financial award, equipment, and global exposure. Entrants must submit a series o...

GrantWatch ID#: 215511

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes to Establish Humanities Endowments

Deadline: 01/13/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, government agencies, and Tribes to establish endowments for humanities programming. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying....

GrantWatch ID#: 225891

Awards to Minnesota Artists to Honor and Support Exceptional Artistic Work

Deadline: 01/14/27

Awards of $3,500 to Minnesota artists in eligible counties to honor exceptional artistic work. Applications will be accepted from creatives, artists, and makers working in any medium or discipline, including but not limited to visual artists, literary artists, mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 182999

Grants to Canada Musical Artists and Record Labels to Create Music Videos

Deadline: 01/14/27

Grants to Canada musical artists and record labels to create music videos. Applicants must create online profiles prior to applying. Funding is intended for preparation, creation, and presentation costs, including hiring a producer, video editor, videographer, tal...

GrantWatch ID#: 223011

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities and Qualified Donees in Eligible Locations for Communit...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario registered charities and qualified donees in eligible locations for capacity building programs. First-time applicants must submit an eligibility survey prior to applying. Eligible programs include those addressing arts and culture...

GrantWatch ID#: 136632

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Programs to Address the Needs of Underserved Populations

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations to support the needs of local residents, particularly in underserved communities. Eligible focus areas for activities include art, culture and humanities, education, human services, religion, and health. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 146818